Southern resort area · Mid-range
Magawish — Resort apartments in south Hurghada
Resort-oriented southern district with quieter beaches, hotel compounds and direct reef access for snorkellers and divers.
Magawish is a hotel-and-resort district in south Hurghada, named after the historic Magawish Village — one of the city's oldest hotel resorts. It sits 6 km south of central Sakkala along the Safaga road, with quieter beaches than the central tourist strip, a calmer pace and direct fringing-reef access that draws long-stay divers and snorkellers.
Typical rental prices
- Studio, long-term$200–300 / month
- 1-bedroom, long-term$280–450 / month
- 2-bedroom, long-term$420–650 / month
- Short-term studio$20–35 / night
Who lives in Magawish?
Long-stay divers, retirees and families on multi-month winter trips, alongside a smaller pool of expat residents wanting a calmer alternative to central Sakkala. English, Russian and German are the dominant non-Arabic languages.
What's the typical apartment like?
Hotel-grade compound apartments inside developments like Magawish Village, Sunny Beach Resort and Sea Garden. Typically 50–120 sqm, fully furnished, with shared pools, gym, security and beach access included in the rent.
How far is the beach?
Inside the compounds: 2–10 minutes' walk to a private beach. The fringing reef offshore is 20–80 m from the waterline, accessible directly from compound beaches — one of the better shore-snorkelling spots in central Hurghada.
What's the trade-off versus other neighbourhoods?
Magawish is quieter and cheaper than the central El Mamsha / Sakkala strip, with better reef access right from the shore. The trade-off: you're 6 km from the city centre, daily errands need a taxi or car, and there's less restaurant variety outside the compounds.
FAQ
How much is rent in Magawish?
Long-term rent in Magawish is $200–300/month for a studio, $280–450/month for a 1-bedroom and $420–650/month for a 2-bedroom. Short-term studios start at $20–35/night.
Is Magawish good for snorkelling and diving?
Yes. Magawish has a fringing reef 20–80 m off the compound beaches, accessible directly from shore. It's one of the best shore-snorkelling spots in central Hurghada, with several dive centres in the area running daily boat trips.
Do you need a car in Magawish?
Not strictly, but it helps. Magawish is 6 km from central Hurghada and most residents either own a car, use taxis (≈ 50 EGP per trip) or rely on Uber / inDrive for daily errands.
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